LifeLine Animal Project is committed to ending the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable dogs and cats in metro Atlanta. Our animal shelters and spay/neuter clinics are a vital part of our success in the community.

LifeLine has an immediate opening for a Registered Veterinary Assistant. Responsible for daily care of patients, assisting doctors and technicians with surgical and anesthetic procedures, administering medications as directed, following medical protocols to treat illnesses and general housekeeping, this position is an excellent opportunity for a new or experienced RVT.

Scheduled to work Monday - Thursday, plus one Saturday per month. Work at our College Park location two days per week and our Decatur location two days per week.

Assist with public intake and release of patients.

Prep patients for surgery, observing all clinic procedures to enforce sterility and safety of patients.

Monitor anesthesia, with a clear idea of abnormal conditions.

Following medical protocols, treat ill or injured patients.

Administer medications as directed.

Conduct medical rounds of patients.

Data entry of medical records and notes.

Clean facility and surgical pack preparation as assigned.

All other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Education

Current, valid Registered Veterinary Technician.

One to two years of experience in a veterinary clinic, hospital animal shelter or control facility.

Learn characteristics of animal behavior (for example: be able to identify aggressive or fearful behavior)

Use appropriate safety equipment for fractious or feral animals (will train) – the use of safety equipment is mandatory

Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours

Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the day with assistance

Bend and kneel repeatedly

Respond quickly to a variety of medical situations

Cope with death either due to surgical complication or euthanasia

About LifeLine Animal Project -- DeKalb Shelter

Founded in 2002, LifeLine Animal Project (LifeLine) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Atlanta, Georgia. LifeLine is working to end the euthanasia of healthy and treatable dogs and cats in metro Atlanta shelters and is the managing organization of Fulton County Animal Services and the DeKalb County Animal Services shelter